bequeathed
verbHow many syllables in bequeathed?
There are 3 syllables in the word bequeathed.How to pronounce bequeathed:
Definition of bequeathed:
- bequeathed (verb):
- to give or leave by will (see will entry 2 sense 1)
Synonyms for bequeathed:
deeded
left
willed
Antonyms for bequeathed:
declined
denied
deprived
refused
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